London Marathon Countdown Clock
Wondering just how much time until the start of the 2020 London Marathon?
... well wonder no more - the count down timer above shows you exactly how much (or how little) time you have left to get in your training.
You're welcome.
Will YOU be Ready?
- The 2020 London Marathon date is now Sunday the 4th October
- The 2020 London Marathon mass start time is 9:30am (Greenwich Mean Time)
- There are 3 separate start points located in the Blackheath area
- Runners with a place for the original April event will not be required to pay any extra fees to take part in October
- A full refund (with option to donate to 'The London Marathon Charitable Trust' if they prefer)
- Defer entry to the April 2021 race. This option will not apply to charity places
The Virgin Money London Marathon
8 Week Base Training Plan.
On your mobile phone.
A simple and very effective base training plan to get you in fantastic condition to train for any endurance running race (great for a marathon). Delivered straight to your mobile phone. Get in tip-top shape to crush your race training and smash that new PB.
40th Anniversary - this year
That's right - the London Marathon has been a regular fixture in the Spring marathon calendar for 4 decades!
- 08:40 – Elite Wheelchair Races
- 08:45 – World Para Athletics Marathon Championships Ambulant Athletes
- 08:55 – The Elite Women's Race
- There is also a 3 mile 'mini-marathon' children's (11 to 17 years of age) race that starts at 08:30
Other race start times
Whilst the Elite Men's race and the mass start is at 9:30, there are several other races on the same day as follows:
Download a printable marathon day checklist
Want to make sure you arrive at the start line well prepared - with everything you'll need for a less stressful race experience? My handy checklist can help with that...
Course Maps
The London Marathon course takes in some of London's famous landmarks. So, running the race or indeed spectating can be a great opportunity to get in some sight seeing.
Do you want an easy to follow and complete marathon training system?
- Are you confused about how to best train to for your next marathon?
- Want to add strength training or mental toughness training - but don't know how?
- Do you want to make sure your nutrition and recovery are optimised (you should)?
- Not sure how to carb-load properly?
- Would you like the support and guidance of an experienced running coach?
If the answer to any of the above is YES, then you would benefit from the Marathon Success System. A fresh and unique online group coaching programme.
The programme will start in June 2020 - in time for those running an Autumn marathon (like London).
If you'd like to know more about it and get a chance to be part of this ground breaking, complete, holistic training system - click the button below.
About the Author Coach D
Hi, I'm Dave. I'm a UK Athletics qualified and licensed Coach in Running Fitness (CiRF) and Endurance Event Group Coach. I coach groups and individuals of all abilities both online and in person.I particularly enjoy coaching beginner and improver runners in the 40+ age range.I'm also a regular recreational runner and I've been competing in races from 5k to marathon distance for over 30 years.
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